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Maintaining a brilliant smile takes work. Dental care is imperative to your overall oral health. Dr. Wager and Dr. Evans treat patients to prevent major dental problems by performing professional examinations and dental cleanings.

Changing a smile you’re unhappy with is not a shallow pursuit. We all deserve to feel comfortable and confident with the way we look. There are elements of our appearance that might not be important to anyone but you. However, let’s be honest about smiles. They definitely make an impression on others. If you feel (more…).

Have you ever wondered what causes cavities? Many of us know cavities are caused by tooth decay, but what causes tooth decay? There are hundreds of different bacteria in our mouth, some good and others, not so much. It’s the harmful bacteria that contribute to tooth decay, as well as other dental issues like gum (more…).

A few things may cross your mind when searching for a new dentist. Which dentist can treat my condition? How do I know which doctor is which? As experienced family dentists, Dr. Wager and Dr. Evans can treat a variety of conditions. Our practice, Wager-Evans Dental, makes it easy for you to find a dentist (more…).

Do you sometimes reinsert your partial dentures without much of a second thought? Do you ever worry about germs that may be lurking because you are unsure if you are cleaning them thoroughly enough? Partial dentures are a highly-popular solution for replacing teeth that are lost in a nonadjacent pattern, but like all dental prostheses, (more…).

In the United States alone, 69% of adults 35 and older are missing at least one permanent tooth according to a study by the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. As we age, the number often increases, with 26% of adults over 74 missing all of their teeth. Preventing further tooth loss requires quick (more…).

As a busy parent, you’ve probably that twinge of guilt or self-doubt just before your child’s dental appointment. A clean bill of oral health reflects well on you, just as every cavity underscores a flaw in your parental vigilance. Ultimately, the health of your child’s smile depends on him or her, but you have a (more…).

When you’re missing one, several, or all of your teeth, dental implants can grant you a new lease on life by closely replicating the teeth you’ve lost. Unlike other dental prosthetics that fit over existing teeth or onto your gums, dental implants are attached to the underlying jawbone. As prosthetic roots, implants allow your replacement (more…).

Gum disease, or periodontal disease, affects over 70% of adults over the age of 65 in the United States, and is the leading cause of adult tooth loss. However, its widespread destruction isn’t due to difficulty in treating the condition. On the contrary, gum disease is highly preventable with proper oral care and maintenance. It (more…).

There are many ways to describe a toothache, and if you’ve ever had one, then you probably know that most (if not all) of them are far from positive. For some, a toothache may be no more than a frequent nuisance, while for others, it can be the most excruciating discomfort they’ll ever experience. Even (more…).